Review Vacancy
AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS
TitleDirector, Community Relations
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary RangeFrom $72828 to $72828 Annually
Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS:
Education Level required: College Degree in relevant area.
Equivalent Experience required: At least three years experience in community relations and legislative/ constituent affairs
Knowledge required: Excellent writing and communication skills
Other skills: Community relations and coalition building
Duties Description Basic Function: Manage community relations for various ESD real estate development projects.
Work Performed:
•Provide community relations support to ESD’s Real Estate Development and Subsidiaries division.
•Manage relationships with local community boards, elected and appointed officials, community organizations and developers on signature projects; ensure positive project development and maximum community support.
•Develop and execute community relations strategy for economic development projects state wide.
•Attend and manage meetings, with members of legislature regarding ESD’s real estate development projects.
•Represent ESD at community events and meetings including but not limited to public hearings and PACB meetings.
•Monitor issues of concerns and relevance to communities in the project area and assist in creating solutions.
•Prepare project briefings and talking points for senior management and Chamber.
•Work with Chamber outreach staff as needed or directed.
•Manage projects and or perform other related duties as needed.
•Provide strategic support, advice and positioning for assigned real estate and community projects
•Perform other job-related duties and projects as required by ESD Executive Management
Additional Comments Comprehensive Benefit Package
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.